The Danny Faure Foundation Podcast

Abigail Joubert - Young Poet from Seychelles

In this episode, we continue our journey into the arts as we speak with a young and talented poet from the Seychelles, Abigail Joubert.
For some context, Abigail comes from a family of poets. Her father, known by the stage name Raspyek, is a celebrated poet in Seychelles, and her aunt, Stephanie Joubert, is also well-known for her work in poetry. Abigail herself is currently in her final year of post-secondary school and has recently published her first collection of poems, Converse.

Nicolas Vanberevan - Actor and Film Maker

In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with French actor and filmmaker Nicolas Vanbeveren, who joined us while on holiday in his native Seychelles. Born to a Seychellois mother and a French father, Nicolas moved to France at a very young age. Growing up, he discovered a deep passion for acting, which would later shape his career.
Nicolas has appeared in acclaimed productions such as Belgravia, Those About to Die, and NCIS. On a warm, sunny morning, I sat down with him to explore the inspiration behind his journey into acting and what keeps him driven in his craft.

Chloe René - Young recipe developer

As we kick off the new year, what better way to dive in than by exploring the world of culinary arts?  I’m thrilled to be joined by Chloe Rene, a talented recipe developer, who I had the pleasure of catching up with during her holiday in the breathtaking Seychelles Islands, her native home. While enjoying the tropical breeze, I couldn’t resist asking her all about her creative work and passion for food.

S2 Ep.1 - Taniah, a young entrepreneur and popular singer who is empowering the youth through her NGO

In this first episode of Season 2 we speak to Taniah who is a young popular singer and entrepreneur from Seychelles. Singing has been her favourite art since her childhood.  She has created an NGO called Taniah Entertainment Association to help young people acquire essential skills including singing that they would need to pursue a career as an artist and to become good citizens.
Note: Author & Composer of the song 'My God' is Taniah Jeremie

Ep.24 Maximiliano Bello, Policy Director at Mission Blue

In this episode we will learn about Mission Blue, which is an organisation led by the legendary oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle.  We speak to Maximiliano Bello who is the policy Director at Mission Blue on their work to create public awareness, access and support for a worldwide network of marine protected areas or Hope spots.

Ep.23 Sven Biermann, Executive Director of the Fisheries Transparency Initiative (FiTI)

In this episode we speak to Sven Biermann who is the Executive Director of Fisheries Transparency Initiative or FiTI. Marine Fisheries is critical to food security and plays a major role in the economy of coastal countries. However, similar to any other natural resources marine fish stocks have to be exploited sustainably. It is the fundamental obligation of governments to manage fisheries responsibly on behalf of their citizens as a public asset. The availability of credible information to the public is one of many key aspects of sustainable management of fisheries.The Fisheries Transparency Initiative has been developed as a unique effort that complements and supports other national, regional and global efforts for achieving responsible fisheries governance. FiTI is a global partnership that seeks to increase transparency and participation for a more sustainable management of marine fisheries. By making fisheries management more transparent and inclusive, the FiTI promotes informed public debates on fisheries policies and supports the long-term contribution of the sector to national economies and the well-being of citizens and businesses that depend on a healthy marine environment.

EP. 22 - Farida Camille, Chairperson and Founder the Unique Foundation

Unique Foundation is a not for profit organisation founded by Farida Camille who is an education professional, along with some of her colleagues and other professionals.  The Foundation aims to address some of the youth related issues by engaging youths in activities and programmes that would encourage them to adopt positive lifestyles. Unique Foundation is based on the island of Praslin which is the second largest island in the Seychelles archipelago. Praslin has a population of around 8,000 inhabitants which translates to approximately 7% of the population of the Seychelles. The island has not been spared from behavioural issues and other social ills that affect some of the youth around the world.

Lena Desaubin - Owner of Domaine Desaubins, a Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Small Hotel

In this episode we speak to Lena Desaubin the owner of Domaine Desaubins who has successfully merged her passion for the environment and sustainability with her small hotel at her home off the coast of South Mahe, the main island of the Seychelles archipelago. The result is an eco-friendly tourism establishment set in a lush tropical garden which in itself is some kind of arboretum, full of endemic trees and flowers of the Seychelles islands.